String Program | Orchestra

Ascension's String Program was started in 1997 and has grown every year. Over 60 students participate in the program. It is one of Ascension's most popular extracurricular activities!

Mrs. Coffman is the principal string instructor for violin and viola. Mr. M. Anderson teaches cello and some beginning violin and viola students.

Small group lessons are scheduled during the school day. Group rehearsals for Sinfonia, Philharmonic and Chamber Orchestras are at lunch.

A spacious new Music Studio has been constructed on the lower level of the school, and all string lessons are in the new permanent location. Monday lessons remain in the Library, however.

Ascension String students take part in the school's Christmas Program, and Orchestra Concerts are presented during the school year.

IMEA Participants

Ascension Students audition to participate in the Illinois Music Educators Association Junior Festival Orchestra and Band.

Mrs. Coffman rehearses with orchestras at lunchtime.

Mr. Anderson teaches cello in the studio.

Christmas Program pictures are on the Christmas Page.

Ascension Alumni Strings

Mrs. Coffman organized the Alumni Strings! Ascension string student alumni will play at one mass each month. (See picture, below.) Call the school or e-mail Mrs. Coffman for details.